Who we are
Shannon Gaston
Shannon has owned and operated Crushcakes Café since 2008, specializing in scratch made food, cakes, weddings and events. In 2023 Shannon discovered Pickleball and immediately fell in love. As her passion for Pickleball grew, so did her desire to create a space to enjoy the sport of pickleball with friends, family and community in a fun open environment.
Shannon is passionate about bringing community together around food and fun where everyone feels welcome to enjoy. Let’s Crush it!!
Andrew Manalis
Andrew’s passion for Pickleball began during covid in 2022. His love for the sport inspired him to become an instructor and he got his teaching certification at Pickleball Coaching International. Soon thereafter he began teaching at Birnam Wood and became the Athletic Director’s Assistant in September 2022. His experience grew as he taught clinics and facilitated round robins and events. Andrew is also a teaching pro at Cathedral Oaks Athletic Club and has also taught kids and teens as well.
Shannon Gaston & Andrew Manalis
Join us today!
We are a community of folks who want to enjoy the game in a fun, safe, welcoming environment with the ability to learn, grow and just some fun.
Our passion is Pickleball and all the joy it brings, let’s go!!